Second Hello Kitty Café Opens in Shenzhen’s Coastal City Mall

If you’ve ever wondered where to find a full-sized, officially licensed Hello Kitty café in Shenzhen—beyond the usual photo ops and plush toys—there’s now a proper answer. Bonbons Hello Kitty Cafe has just opened its second location in the city, bringing the full pink-hued experience to Coastal City mall.

Bonbons Hello Kitty Cafe’s new Shenzhen outlet is located on the first floor of Coastal City, covering almost 200 square metres. This makes it the brand’s second location in the city, following the original in COCOPark.

What Is Bonbons Hello Kitty Cafe?

Bonbons Hello Kitty Cafe is a themed café chain that launched its first location in Guangzhou back in 2013. The brand centres around the globally recognised character Hello Kitty, combining her iconic design with a full-service café menu. The café is known for its immersive pink interiors and family-friendly atmosphere, attracting fans of all ages.

Where Else Has Bonbons Hello Kitty Cafe Opened?

As of the latest update, Bonbons Hello Kitty Cafe operates five locations across China. These include:

• Foshan Lingnan Tiandi (domestic flagship and first location)
• Shenzhen COCOPark (first Shenzhen location)
• Zhuhai Huafa Commercial Plaza
• Guangzhou Zhujiang New Town Flower City Mall
• Shanghai Global Harbor Shopping Centre

The new Coastal City branch in Shenzhen marks the brand’s sixth overall location and its second in the city.

What Makes Bonbons Hello Kitty Cafés Different?

Unlike pop-up or seasonal themed spaces, Bonbons Hello Kitty Cafés are permanent retail locations designed from the ground up with Hello Kitty branding. Each outlet features custom pink décor, themed food and beverage offerings, and a full café menu—offering more than just merchandise or photo opportunities.

Frequently Asked Questions

Where is the new Bonbons Hello Kitty Cafe in Shenzhen located?

The new Bonbons Hello Kitty Cafe is located on the first floor of Coastal City mall in Shenzhen. This is its second location in the city, following the original in COCOPark.

How big is the new Shenzhen Hello Kitty café?

The new Bonbons Hello Kitty Cafe in Shenzhen covers nearly 200 square metres, offering ample space for dining and themed experiences.

What other cities have Bonbons Hello Kitty Cafés?

Bonbons Hello Kitty Cafés are also located in Foshan, Zhuhai, Guangzhou, Shanghai, and now have two locations in Shenzhen (COCOPark and Coastal City).

When did the first Bonbons Hello Kitty Cafe open?

The first Bonbons Hello Kitty Cafe opened in Guangzhou in 2013, making it the brand’s original and longest-running location.

Is the Coastal City location the first Hello Kitty café in Shenzhen?

No, the first Hello Kitty café in Shenzhen was the Bonbons location in COCOPark. The Coastal City branch is the second in the city.

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